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HOD Languages

₹7.8L – ₹14L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 26 Jul 23 days left
North Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 40d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Jain Girls SR SEC School
City
North Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.8L – ₹14L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
24 May 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in North Delhi — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.8L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Languages

at Jain Girls SR SEC School

23 days left

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: HOD Languages at Jain Girls SR SEC School in North Delhi, Delhi. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Jain Girls SR SEC School, established 1938, is a senior secondary campus in North Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the HOD Languages is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.8 LPA – ₹14.2 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Jain Girls SR SEC School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

What questions are asked in a HOD Languages interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Languages roles in North Delhi.

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About the school

Jain Girls SR SEC School

Key facts about Jain Girls SR SEC School

Key facts
Founded
1938
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PRATIMA RATHORE
Affiliation #
2788012
Address
DHARAMPURA DELHI, Dharampura, North Delhi, Delhi, 110006

Jain Girls SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1938, located in North Delhi, Delhi.

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